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| Thoughts on RevengeThe act of revenge is a common theme in movies.We all like to see the virtuous hero get the best of the dark, evil villian.We like to see the good guy come out on top.The movies show the courage that it takes to take revenge on your enemy.But just like any other acts, acts of revenge can either be honorable or dishonorable.Acts of revenge done in secret are not really honorable.They are simply a way of getting even with someone or making the someone pay for what he did to you.The key word here is "you."In order for revenge to be honorable there must be a more noble reason behind your actions than that of pride.You must be avenging someone else, not yourself.One of my favorite martial arts authors puts it this way..."Unless you have the courage to face your enemyand act against him in the open,your revenge is fearful and dishonorable...Revenge is only honorable when carried outto fulfill an obligation to someone else...otherwise, it's only self serving."Forrest E. MorganThe warrior's actions must be rooted in honor and duty, not pride. |
| One of my favorite martial arts authors puts it this way..."Unless you have the courage to face your enemyand act against him in the open,your revenge is fearful and dishonorable...Revenge is only honorable when carried outto fulfill an obligation to someone else...otherwise, it's only self serving."Forrest E. MorganThe warrior's actions must be rooted in honor and duty, not pride.If someone has done you wrong, and all that is involved is your pride, along with your anger for being slighted, let it go.That's right, forget about it.Revenge in this case is not warranted.Taking revenge in this case is just self serving.Is it your goal as a warrior to live the warrior lifestyle or to make sure nobody gets away with doing you wrong?Again, we are back to the intentions behind your actions.He who has injured you was either stronger or weaker than you.If weaker, spare him; if stronger, spare yourself.SenecaAlthough most of the time we should not seek revenge, there are some things which justify that strong action be taken.For example, if someone cheats you in a business deal, this is not an act which demands revenge.Sure, you should try to do whatever you can to get your money back, but don't go out and try to ruin this guy just to make him pay.On the other hand, if your wife is mugged and assaulted by two street thugs in the park, avenging the injury to her is not only honorable, but is in fact your duty. |
| On the other hand, if your wife is mugged and assaulted by two street thugs in the park, avenging the injury to her is not only honorable, but is in fact your duty.The difference is one is self serving and the other is your obligation to someone else.This can be a hard concept to grasp.I still find myself struggling with this issue at times.What I want us to discuss here is issues of honor as portrayed in the Count of Monte Cristo.I'm sure that you all know the story or have seen the movie.I think that this movie really demonstrates the spectrum of possibilities where honor and revenge are concerned.Do you think that the Count of Monte Cristo's actions were honorable or dishonorable?Why?BohdiWarrior Wisdom |
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Last Updated ( Thursday, 17 July 2008 )
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